{"id":19868,"date":"2024-11-20T16:46:20","date_gmt":"2024-11-20T21:46:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/?page_id=19868"},"modified":"2025-07-29T14:44:55","modified_gmt":"2025-07-29T18:44:55","slug":"movement-disorders-patients","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/divisions\/movement-disorders\/movement-disorders-patients\/","title":{"rendered":"Patients"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-6 col-md-6 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a class=\"btn btn-primary btn-lg btn-block  oscitas-bootstrap-container\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/patient-care\/administration-3\/\">Outpatient Clinic Location<\/a>\n<a class=\"btn btn-default btn-lg btn-block  oscitas-bootstrap-container\" target=\"_self\" href=\"#movement-disorders-specialty-clinics\">Specialty Clinics<\/a>\n<a class=\"btn btn-default btn-lg btn-block  oscitas-bootstrap-container\" target=\"_self\" href=\"#movement-disorders-services\">Services<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"col-lg-6 col-md-6 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a class=\"btn btn-success btn-lg btn-block  oscitas-bootstrap-container\" target=\"_self\" href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/patient-care\/appointments\/\">Patient Appointment Information<\/a>\n<a class=\"btn btn-default btn-lg btn-block  oscitas-bootstrap-container\" target=\"_self\" href=\"#movement-disorders-faqs\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/a>\n<a class=\"btn btn-default btn-lg btn-block  oscitas-bootstrap-container\" target=\"_self\" href=\"#movement-disorders-patient-education\">Patient Education<\/a>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"movement-disorders-specialty-clinics\">Movement Disorder Specialty Clinics<\/h2>\n<som-cell cell-info=\"{&quot;ID&quot;:19869,&quot;post_author&quot;:&quot;68462&quot;,&quot;post_date&quot;:&quot;2024-11-20 15:51:54&quot;,&quot;post_date_gmt&quot;:&quot;2024-11-20 20:51:54&quot;,&quot;post_content&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;post_title&quot;:&quot;Movement Disorders Specialty Clinics &#038; Services&quot;,&quot;post_excerpt&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;post_status&quot;:&quot;publish&quot;,&quot;comment_status&quot;:&quot;closed&quot;,&quot;ping_status&quot;:&quot;closed&quot;,&quot;post_password&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;post_name&quot;:&quot;movement-disorders-specialty-clinics-services&quot;,&quot;to_ping&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;pinged&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;post_modified&quot;:&quot;2025-12-17 15:37:25&quot;,&quot;post_modified_gmt&quot;:&quot;2025-12-17 20:37:25&quot;,&quot;post_content_filtered&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;post_parent&quot;:0,&quot;guid&quot;:&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.med.unc.edu\\\/neurology\\\/cell\\\/movement-disorders-specialty-clinics-services\\\/&quot;,&quot;menu_order&quot;:0,&quot;post_type&quot;:&quot;somcell&quot;,&quot;post_mime_type&quot;:&quot;&quot;,&quot;comment_count&quot;:&quot;0&quot;,&quot;filter&quot;:&quot;raw&quot;}\" cell-meta=\"{&quot;_wpv_contains_gutenberg_views&quot;:[&quot;&quot;],&quot;_upd_sortorder&quot;:[&quot;1&quot;],&quot;layout&quot;:[&quot;RepeatableBoxes&quot;],&quot;cellInformation&quot;:[&quot;{\\&quot;singleCellBlocks\\&quot;:{\\&quot;imagePercent\\&quot;:50,\\&quot;imageMinHeight\\&quot;:350,\\&quot;mediaType\\&quot;:\\&quot;image\\&quot;,\\&quot;textAlignment\\&quot;:\\&quot;left\\&quot;,\\&quot;titleAccent\\&quot;:1},\\&quot;repeatableBoxes\\&quot;:[{\\&quot;includeLink\\&quot;:1,\\&quot;boxImage\\&quot;:\\&quot;https:\\\/\\\/www.med.unc.edu\\\/neurology\\\/wp-content\\\/uploads\\\/sites\\\/716\\\/2017\\\/06\\\/Autonomic-Clinic.png\\&quot;,\\&quot;boxExcerptText\\&quot;:\\&quot;We specialize in diagnosing and managing autonomic failure related to neurological disorders such as neuropathy or brain injury. 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id=\"movement-disorders-services\">Services<\/h2>\n<ul>\n<li>Weekly Botulinum Toxin Clinic specializing in the treatment of cervical dystonia (spasmodic torticollis), blepharospasm, hemifacial spasm, cranial dystonia, cervical dystonia, focal limb dystonia, writer\u2019s cramp, and drooling.<\/li>\n<li>Monthly Specialty Clinics dedicated to comprehensive evaluation by a movement disorders specialist, physical, occupation, speech therapists in interdisciplinary clinics for patient with Parkinson\u2019s disease, essential tremor, atypical parkinsonism (progressive supranuclear palsy, multiple systems atrophy, corticobasal ganglionic degeneration), genetic ataxias, Huntington\u2019s disease<\/li>\n<li>State \u2013 of \u2013 the \u2013 art Advance Therapeutics program, including deep brain stimulation surgery and high \u2013 frequency focus ultrasound procedures for patient with eligible movement disorders<\/li>\n<li>Neuropsychological evaluation\u202ffor Parkinson\u2019s disease and other movement disorders.<\/li>\n<li>Genetic counseling for patients with movement disorders and their families.<\/li>\n<li>Autonomic testing &#8211; a series of tests that help doctors understand how well a patient&#8217;s nervous system is working.<\/li>\n<li>Bimonthly comprehensive movement disorders team meetings where we discuss individual treatment care plans for our patients.<\/li>\n<li>Neurology-specialized outpatient rehabilitation at both UNC and REX including <a href=\"https:\/\/www.pwr4life.org\/\">PWR<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lsvtglobal.com\/LSVTBIG\">LSVT Big<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lsvtglobal.com\/LSVTLOUD\">LSVT Loud<\/a>, swallow evaluation, driving evaluation, and cognitive therapy<\/li>\n<li>PWR for Parkinson\u2019s exercise classes at <a href=\"https:\/\/uncwellness.com\/#\">UNC Wellness Centers at Meadowmont and Cary<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Referrals to rehabilitation therapies, genetic consultations, neuropsychological evaluations, pelvic health, palliative care and hospice, and more, across the state<\/li>\n<li>Connection to community resources such as mental health counseling, exercise classes, in-home care, support groups, and more<\/li>\n<li>Research with focus on neuroimaging, clinical trials, quality of life factors, and patient care models<\/li>\n<li>Short-term problem-solving counseling and family care partner support<\/li>\n<li>Parkinson\u2019s support group, DBS Support Group, PSP &amp; CBD support group, and MSA support group<a href=\"https:\/\/www.med.unc.edu\/neurology\/people\/maggie-ivancic-msw-lcsw\/\"> Contact Maggie Ivancic for additional details and get involved<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Educational programs for patients and care partners, such as \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/vCJrrMh_jHA?si=8dlLSgpORd7vkuDm\">Taking Charge of Parkinson\u2019s for the Newly Diagnosed<\/a>,\u201d \u201cPD 301 for Advanced Parkinson\u2019s,\u201d \u201cWomen &amp; Parkinson\u2019s,\u201d \u201cMaintaining Strong Partnerships for Parkinson\u2019s Couples&#8221;, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/watch?v=O5-VkXjmJHY&amp;list=PLqS4HtzcgGDhvPkM5w5LdbRXEjFhFXVSD\">&#8220;Taboo Topics and PD&#8221;<\/a>, and \u201c<a href=\"https:\/\/youtu.be\/UMyN9_RLWgI\">Atypical Parkinsonism Symposium<\/a>\u201d<\/li>\n<li><a href=\"http:\/\/www.parknc.org\/\">Referral network of Parkinson\u2019s-trained rehabilitation therapists in North Carolina<\/a><\/li>\n<li>Pharmacy and financial counseling<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<hr \/>\n<h2 id=\"movement-disorders-faqs\">Frequently Asked Questions<\/h2>\n<div class=\"panel panel-info  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\"><strong>How do I prepare for an appointment with a movement disorders specialist?<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div role=\"tablist\" class=\"panel-group yourcustomclass oscitas-bootstrap-container\" id=\"unc-accordion-0\">\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-0\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h5 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-0\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-0\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-0\">\n                Track Symptoms            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h5>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-0\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">Keep a detailed diary or log of your movement symptoms, noting when they occur, how severe they are, and what triggers them.<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-1\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h5 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-1\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-1\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-1\">\n                Medication List            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h5>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-1\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">Compile a comprehensive list of all medications you are currently taking, including prescription drugs, over-the-counter medications, and supplements, with dosages.<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-2\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h5 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-2\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-2\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-2\">\n                Gather Medical Records            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h5>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-2\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">Bring any relevant medical records, test results, or imaging scans related to your movement disorder.<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-3\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h5 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-3\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-3\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-3\">\n                Prepare Questions            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h5>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-3\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">Write down specific questions you have about your condition, treatment options, and potential side effects.<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-4\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h5 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-4\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-4\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-4\">\n                Bring A Support Person            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h5>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-4\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">Consider bringing a family member or close friend to help you remember information and ask questions during the appointment.<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-0-5\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h5 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-0-5\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-0\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-0-5\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-0-5\">\n                Describe Daily Impacts            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h5>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-0-5\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">Be prepared to explain how your symptoms affect your daily activities and quality of life.<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"panel panel-info  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\"><strong>If I am already taking medications that help with my movement disorder, should I stop them before the appointment to ensure my symptoms are visible?<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<p>No, we usually want you to continue with the medications you were already prescribed, especially if they are helpful in controlling your movements<\/p>\n<p><strong><em>Consider timing<\/em><\/strong><\/p>\n<p>Schedule your appointment around your medication schedule to ensure the doctor sees your symptoms at their most accurate state.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"panel panel-info  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\"><strong>What can I expect to happen during the appointment with a movement disorders specialist?<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div role=\"tablist\" class=\"panel-group yourcustomclass oscitas-bootstrap-container\" id=\"unc-accordion-1\">\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-1-0\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h5 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-1-0\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-1\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-1-0\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-1-0\">\n                Detailed Medical History            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h5>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-1-0\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">The doctor will ask about your symptoms, when they started, how they have progressed, and any other relevant medical conditions.<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-1-1\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h5 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-1-1\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-1\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-1-1\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-1-1\">\n                Physical Examination            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h5>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-1-1\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">The doctor will perform a thorough neurological exam, including assessments of your movement, coordination, reflexes, and muscle tone.<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n\n<div class=\"panel panel-default oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n    <div id=\"panel-heading-details-1-2\" class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\" role=\"tab\">\n\n        <h5 class=\"panel-title oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n            <button class=\"accordion-toggle oscitas-bootstrap-container collapsed\" \n                id = \"button-details-1-2\"\n                data-toggle=\"collapse\"\n                data-parent=\"#unc-accordion-1\"    \n                aria-controls=\"#details-1-2\"  \n                aria-expanded=\"false\" \n                href=\"#details-1-2\">\n                Discussion of Treatment Options            <\/button>\n\n        <\/h5>\n\n    <\/div>\n\n    <div id=\"details-1-2\" class=\"panel-collapse collapse  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n\n        <div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">Based on your diagnosis, the doctor will discuss potential treatment options including medications, physical therapy, and lifestyle modifications.<\/div>\n\n    <\/div>\n        \n<\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div>\n<div class=\"panel panel-info  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"panel-heading oscitas-bootstrap-container\"><strong>How do I prepare for an appointment for consideration of deep brain stimulation or for focus ultrasound?<\/strong><\/div>\n<div class=\"panel-body oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<p>Visit the Deep Brain Stimulation Clinic and the Focus Ultrasound Clinic page for more details.<\/p>\n<div class=\"row  oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<div class=\"col-lg-6 col-md-6 col-xs-12 col-sm-12 oscitas-bootstrap-container\">\n<a class=\"btn btn-simple btn-lg btn-block  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Please discuss with your provider if you should stop any medication prior to testing. 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